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Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining table.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a large window.
A covered deck with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a wooden fence.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with a view of trees.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located along the river, this vacation home features 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 12 guests. Enjoy water views from the patio while engaging in nearby fishing, motorboating, and kayaking. Explore local attractions like Hank Aaron Stadium, situated close to shopping areas and the marina.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Mobile, AL
  • Place, Topgolf Mobile
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dauphin Street
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Spring Hill College
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Adjoining bedroom

2 Single Beds

Daisy Room

2 Single Beds

Marbury's Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Radio Room

2 Single Beds

River Bedroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Green Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Hall Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms

The Dan de Lion Lodge is a charming, historic home, built in 1918, as a "speak easy" during Mobile's prohibition era. Later it was converted to a home and added on to for family fleeing Nazis during World War II. Newly renovated, it is perfect for family gatherings, retreats, grilling, boating, fishing, watching mullet jump and relaxing sunset viewing on the wharf.
Nestled among 7 acres of Live Oaks and Palmettos on the banks of beautiful Dog River, this house is only 15 minutes from Downtown Mobile; a city famous for being the birthplace of Mardi Gras, delicious Gulf seafood and several antebellum homes in its 600 blocks of historic districts.
World famous Bellingrath Gardens is 30 minutes to the south and the beautiful white sand beaches of Dauphin Island are 45 minutes away.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Plenty outdoor areas for smoking

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Noise ordinance for this residential location from 10pm-6am
Do not drive to the river, please stay only on the established driveway.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1513716vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mobile

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Venetia, a neighbourhood in Mobile. Mobile Medical Museum and Bragg-Mitchell Mansion are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Westgate Plaza and Theodore Oaks. GulfQuest National Maritime Museum and Gulf Coast Exploreum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Mobile, AL

What's nearby

  • Topgolf Mobile - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Dauphin Street - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Spring Hill College - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Mardi Gras Park - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center - 12 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jamaican Vibes Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Patches - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Topgolf - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dave & Buster's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rice Asian Grill & Sushi Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms?

As of 29 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms on 13 Sept, 2026 start from S$2,461, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms located?

Located in Venetia, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Topgolf Mobile, Ladd-Peebles Stadium and Mobile Bay. Newhouse Park and Brookley by the Bay are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Marbury Buckhaults, Ogden Deaton, Tucker Deaton

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Owners Marbury Buckhaults (Dave), Ogden Deaton (Francie) and Tucker Deaton (Jerad); are siblings who grew up in the house and are thrilled to share their childhood home and grounds with you.
Generations from before and after them have enjoyed the natural beauty surrounding the DandeLion Lodge.

Why they chose this property

Memories of years spent fishing, crabbing, waterskiing, and sailing with family and friends prompted the owners to retain the property to share its comfortable space and interesting history with families and travellers from all over.

What makes this property unique

7 Acres of Shady Moss Covered Oaks
Wharf
Kayaks
Nearby boat launch

Languages:

English

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